Everything that happened in Canada in 2000.
The Clarity Act receives Royal Assent, establishing the terms under which the federal government would negotiate with a province seeking to separate from Canada following a clear referendum result.
The Canadian Alliance party is officially founded, merging Reform Party members and others who seek a right-of-centre alternative to the governing Liberal Party, setting the stage for future Conservative reunification.
The Quebec government expands its heritage language programs as part of broader efforts to support minority language communities while preserving the French language.
The Clarity Act comes into force following Royal Assent, establishing federal conditions under which Ottawa would negotiate the separation of a province after a clear referendum vote.